Austria : The Best Visiting Destinations of Austria

Austria reflects the glory and richness of the days gone by. From classical music to art, architecture to sculpting - the place has everything to amaze the tourists. As the birthplace of Mozart, Austria strikes a note in everyone’s heart that is impossible to fade out with time.  if you are yet to visit Austria, it’s time to land on the place to witness its charming and lush beauty.

Bad Gastein

Located in the heart of the High Tauern mountains, Bad Gastein is a picturesque spa town. Surrounded by lush forest and mountain cliff, the place charms people with its serene landscape and mesmerizing Belle Epoque architecture.

No matter wherever you are staying, make sure to visit Grand de l’Europe hotel. The 11-storied building offers an iconic view of the surrounding. Also, the place boasts 110 years of old architecture. Also, pay a visit to Bad Gasteiner waterfall which flows directly through the center of the town center.

The therapeutic thermal spring waters coupled with a relaxing atmosphere is the USP of the spa town. The place is renowned for offering relaxing radon therapy which attracts people from around the world.
While there, make sure to hit the local market and buy crystal items, porcelain, and chocolate. You can also purchase numerous types of spa and rejuvenating therapy products. We recommend you to relish Knodel, Vienna sausage, and wiener schnitzel.

Salzburg is the nearest airport to Bad Gastein. It is located at a distance of 76 km. You can hire a taxicab from the airport to reach the town.

Worthersee

Karawanks mountain range is a must-see if you have a turn for nature. In summer, the tourists can swim in the warm water in the lake and enjoy the Mediterranean climate. The lake is surrounded by green forest and is ideal for hiking. The bike path winding is along the way. It is an ideal place to enjoy outdoor activities. You can enjoy watersports, golf, or horseback riding.

Known as Austria’s Monte Carlo, the place was a famous destination for nobles and bourgeoise once. To this date, you can enjoy the supreme beauty - both natural and human-made.

You can purchase a selection of gifts from the museum gift store. Also, Lobmeyr glass is a popular item. The streetside shops are ideal to purchase souvenirs.  While in Worthersee, taste knodel, tiroler grostl, and tafelspitz.

Klagenfurt is the nearest airport to Worthersee. It is about 19 km from the place. You can avail of train, bus or cab to reach the place.

Graz

Graz is Austria’s second-largest city. Set on the banks of the Mur river and surrounded by rolling hills, farmland, and forest, the place offers vivid scenic beauty to tourists. Its strategic location has always attracted empires to rule over the place and this led to some beautiful architectural items.

It is one of the best-preserved historic centers in Europe. Renaissance courtyards, churches, Baroque palaces, and modern museums are the must-visits here. Also, Schlossberg Hill - a tree-clad hill along with its iconic clocktower attracts the tourists. You can also enjoy the vibrant nightlife in bars, cafes, and restaurants.

Shop Austrian dirndl dress and camile boyer in here. If you have a turn for beer, you will not be disappointed! Relish kaiserschmarrn and potato gulasch - two specialities of Graz.
Graz airport is where you have to land. You can avail motor cars to reach the city.

Zillertal Alps

Lying on the border of Austria and Italy, Zillertal Alps is a must-visit for its towering glacial peaks, tree-surrounded valley, and jagged mountain cliffs. It is one of the most impressive landscapes in entire central Europe.

There are over 85 different glaciers here that stand above 11000 feet from sea level. The tallest glacier is the Hintertux glacier and it is always open for hiking and skiing. It is one of the two ski resorts in the world that is open all year round.

While it is not an ideal place for shopping, the cuisines are delicious. Ry speck, brettjause, pressknodl suppe and kaiserschmarrn.

Innsbruck is the nearest airport to the Zillertal Alps. It is located at a distance of 138 km.

Wachau              

Wachau valley has beautiful scenery comprising rolling hills, stunning cliffs, and picturesque vineyards. Located in the state of Lower Austria, the place is situated near the Danube river. It is a famous wine region in entire Austria. Produced from famous  Riesling and veltliner grapes, the wines have a rich fragrance and taste. Durnstein castle is yet another much-frequented place. If you can ride a bike, try to explore the valley by bike. You can rent a bike from the local vehicle store. 

From Vienna, you can take 715 bus or a train to reach Wachau. You can purchase fashionable clothing and porcelain items from Wachau.  Make sure to indulge into spragel and Buchtel.

Austria is a welcoming place full of candid, vigour, and serene beauty. Hit the place and get rejuvenated for years to come. From local people to the architectural beauties - Austria has everything to amaze you.